Nigeria will face Poland and Portugal in high-profile international friendlies this June as preparations gather pace for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.
The Super Eagles, under coach Éric Chelle, are scheduled to meet Poland on Wednesday, 3 June 2026 at a venue yet to be announced. One week later, they will confront Portugal, with organisers still to confirm the location.
Nigeria edged their last meeting with Poland 1-0 in Wrocław on 23 March 2018, when Victor Moses converted from the penalty spot. Portugal, however, handed the Super Eagles a heavy 4-0 defeat in their most recent clash in November 2022. Goals from Bruno Fernandes, Gonçalo Ramos and João Mário sealed that victory.
Before the June fixtures, Nigeria will compete in the Unity Cup in May alongside India and Jamaica. Chelle’s team are chasing a third straight title, having won the last two editions.
The competition, revived last year for the first time since 2004, has become a useful testing ground. Nigeria defeated Ghana 2-1 in the semi-final of the 2025 edition in London before beating Jamaica 5-4 on penalties after a 2-2 draw in the final. Organisers are expected to unveil venues and fixtures in the coming weeks.
Recall that the Super Eagles were last in action in March, defeating Iran 2-1 and drawing 2-2 with Jordan.